Description
Overview:
The Guide for Husqvarna 242, 246, and 42 chainsaws is a genuine OEM component that helps keep the bar and chain area running smoothly. Made from robust steel for long service life, it replaces a worn or bent guide to restore proper alignment and reduce unwanted friction. This small but important part supports consistent cutting performance and helps protect nearby components from premature wear. It is engineered to Husqvarna specifications for a precise fit on the 242 and 246, ensuring easy replacement with minimal adjustment. By maintaining correct positioning in the drive side of the saw, the guide contributes to reliable chain tracking and efficient operation during everyday cutting tasks.
Key Features:
- Genuine Husqvarna part for assured compatibility and fit
- Durable steel construction resists deformation and wear
- Helps maintain accurate chain and bar alignment for smoother cuts
- Reduces localised wear on surrounding components
- Direct replacement using standard hand tools for quick fitting
- Built to OEM tolerances for repeatable, reliable performance
- Suitable for routine servicing or corrective maintenance
- Supports efficient cutting and reduces downtime
- Clearly identified by OEM number for easy parts matching
Typical Applications:
Used during routine servicing or repairs when the original guide shows wear, bending, or damage from chain derailment or impacts. Suitable for professional forestry, arborist work, landscaping, estate upkeep, farm use, and general DIY cutting. Helps restore smooth operation after clutch, bar, or chain maintenance, and maintains consistent performance in both softwood and hardwood cutting.
Also known as:
Chain guide plate, bar guide plate, guide plate, chain alignment guide, locator plate, wear plate, chainsaw guide insert, OEM guide component, side plate guide, bar mount guide.
Fits Models:
242, 246, 42
Alternate Part Numbers:
501 79 58-01, 501795801
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 501 79 58 01 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
| OEM No. | 501795801 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Chainsaws |
| Fits Brands | Husqvarna |
| Key Features | - Genuine Husqvarna part ensures compatibility with 242, 246, and 42 models - Durable steel construction resists deformation and wear - Maintains accurate chain and bar alignment for smoother cuts - Direct replacement using standard hand tools for quick fitting - Supports efficient cutting and reduces downtime |
| Fits Models | 242 | 246 | 42 |
